We received our initial accreditation by CAPTE in 1992, and have been continuously
accredited since that time. UTC has been awarding the DPT since 2003.

Welcome DPT Class of 2021

About Our Program

UTC DPT - The Mapp Building

Student Outcomes

Graduation Rates: Average graduation rate of 97% for the last three graduating classes (2016, 2017,
2018).

Licensure examination pass rates: 100% first-time pass rate on the National Physical Therapy Exam for the classes
of 2018 and 2016; 99% ultimate pass rate for the last three years (2016-2018).Click herefor NPTE Pass Rates by State. (Scroll to the bottom.)

Employment rate:100% of licensed graduates employed within six months of passing the licensure exam.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of physical therapists is projected to grow 34% from 2014 to 2024, much
faster than the average for all occupations. Demand for physical therapy services
will come from the aging baby boomers, who are staying active later in life. In addition,
physical therapists will be needed to treat people with mobility issues stemming from
chronic conditions, such as diabetes or obesity.

The Physical Therapy Program at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is accredited
by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314Telephone: 703-706-3245E-mail: accreditation@apta.orgWebsite:http://www.capteonline.orgIf needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call (423) 425-4747 or e-mailphysicaltherapy@utc.edu